Building a customized home is a great investment. For potential homeowners, it means entrusting the future of their home life to capable hands. For builders, it means striving to achieve the best results, using the best materials a budget can provide. What bridges the gap between homeowner and builder is the vision of creating a home that will shape lives for years to come.
Below is a list of the best custom home builders in Novato, California who can help homeowners achieve their dream home on any scale and budget. These builders were chosen based on their background, experience, and their history of constructing unique homes for varied clients.
Rasmussen Construction
1118 Grant Ave, Novato, CA 94945
In his younger years, David Rasmussen was introduced to the construction business through a small plumbing shop in San Francisco where he worked with his father on the weekends. Today, as a third-generation builder, David has been operating his own company, Rasmussen Construction for almost four decades. His firm specializes in high-end residential remodeling and new build construction in the areas of San Francisco, Marin, and beyond. He is joined by his son, David III, as a key manager in continuing the family business.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a high-end home. The Kentfield Estate project was completed in 2017 in collaboration with the architectural firm Chambers + Chambers. The estate was built with a classic design in mind, with simple but elegant finishes employed throughout the home. To add to the home’s charm, the firm made sure the estate would have an expansive view of the gardens and Mt. Tamalpais from every window in the house.
Kerr Construction
15 Woodland Ave, Suite F, San Rafael, CA 94901
When Jeffrey Kerr started as a carpenter in 1978 and then worked for several contractors and architects, it would only be a matter of time before he would open his own construction firm, Kerr Construction, in 1983. Jeffrey operates his firm today with the same deep appreciation of the relationship between design, materials, and craftsmanship as when he first started out.
The firm is fortunate that many of its foremen and crew have been with the company since the 1990s. The firm believes that taking care of its own extends to its clients, which is why it has garnered much repeat business and referrals, which continue to fuel the company’s success and accomplishments to this day. The firm takes a collaborative approach, whether through working with its employees or with its clients on their unique projects.
Plath & Company
1575 Francisco Blvd East, San Rafael, CA 94901
Plath & Company has been constructing Bay Area homes and distinctive commercial buildings since 1976. As a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum Builder, the firm is also conscious of its ecological footprint, working to minimize its impact on the planet through each of its projects.
Pictured below is an example of the kind of sustainable home the firm builds. Sitting atop the hillside of Tiburon is this contemporary home, completed in collaboration with architectural firm Sutton-Suzuki Architects and interior designer CWright Design. Thanks to challenging structural techniques, the home is wrapped in glass, which enables the homeowners to maximize panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay. For its environmentally-friendly materials, the home includes low VOC paint, formaldehyde-free cabinets in the kitchen and closets, low-E glass windows, and drought-resistant native plants for the landscaping.
SinglePoint Design Build
200 Gate 5 Rd, Suite 109, Sausalito, CA 94965
Since its establishment in 2010, SinglePoint Design Build has grown into one of Marin County’s premier home builders. The firm specializes in full home remodels and ground-up builds. As a boutique builder, the firm aspires to become a partner in construction, and not simply a builder, which is why it strives, through the leadership of its principal Brant Hill, to offer expert and hands-on project management to clients on any project.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work. This 3,409-square-foot home was a ground-up project built in an ancient redwood grove. The home was built in the traditional style and features a wooden terrace and entryway overhang. The home is rustic, charmingly enhanced by its location among a grove of historic trees.
Schalich Brothers Construction
85 J-Galli Dr, Novato, CA 94949
Schalich Brothers Construction is a family-owned firm that specializes in new custom home construction and remodels in both the residential and small commercial sectors of Marin, San Francisco, and Sonoma Counties. Led by current president John Schalich, the firm is more than capable of creating turnkey environments for clients with a streamlined schedule and reduced costs.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential construction project. This Mill Valley Craftsman home was completed in 2015. With 3,500-square-feet of space, the home had more than enough room for a traditional kitchen with a rustic wooden dining table, spacious bedrooms, and living areas. It also features an expansive outdoor area for dining, recreation, and relaxation. The home is warm, inviting all who come across it to take their shoes off and stay awhile.
Floyd Construction Inc.
714 C St #207, San Rafael, CA 94901
Floyd Construction Inc., led by its namesake Joe Floyd, is a versatile construction company that offers a range of building services from small remodels and repairs to high-end new homes. In addition to residential construction, the firm has also completed many commercial and landscaping projects. Originally located in Santa Barbara, Joe relocated the firm to Marin County and has since served Marin and the greater Bay Area.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a new 3,500-square-foot home built on a slope in Tiburon. The home was built in collaboration with the client and architect John Swain. The client’s main goal for the home was to bring in as much natural light as possible, which became a challenge due to part of the home cutting into the hillside. The firm’s solution was to install tall windows and doors, use white paint colors, and deploy alternating light and dark building materials. The result? A bright and airy home.
Timberline Builders Inc.
26 Hamilton Dr, Novato, CA 94949
Timberline Builders Inc., led by President and CEO Eric Hughes, is one of the Bay Area’s premier home building and remodeling companies. The firm specializes in all phases of residential and light commercial construction and also has a unique partnership with Hill Hiker Inc., an industry leader in incline elevator manufacturing, sales, and installation. Whether clients desire a new home, kitchen, complete renovation, addition, or custom cabinetry, the firm has the skill and expertise to deliver.
Since 1989, the firm has completed well over a hundred projects in the San Francisco Bay Area alone. The firm’s familiarity with the Bay Area and its unique contexts and topographies makes Timberline Builders an ideal partner for local home building. Additionally, the firm builds in a variety of styles, from Mediterranean to Traditional to Craftsman. Clients are sure to be satisfied with the firm’s work, from concept to completion.
